2005 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2004 Marcos TS | |
Make | BMW | Marcos |
Model | 535 | TS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |